Why Graduate Certificate in Midwifery (SA Health Clinical Specialisation Program)?
Study midwifery while you work and take the next step in your clinical practice.
The Graduate Certificate in Midwifery (SA Health Clinical Specialisation) at Adelaide University is designed for midwives employed by SA Health and endorsed by their employer to study. Learn from academic staff who are experts in their specialty area and gain practical skills that you can apply in your current role.
You’ll study two postgraduate courses aligned with key areas of practice, such as high-acuity care, perinatal mental health, leadership, teaching or clinical decision-making. All learning is directly connected to your professional role and workplace.
Eligible students can access a scholarship covering the cost of their first course. High-achieving students may also receive further funding through the SA Health Recognising Academic Achievement Scholarship to complete the full qualification.
This graduate certificate also provides credit into the Master of Midwifery, if you wish to continue your studies in midwifery practice, education or leadership.
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Midwifery (SA Health Clinical Specialisation) at Adelaide University is designed exclusively for SA Health-employed midwives endorsed by their employer to study. This program is part of a supported pathway that allows midwives to build specialist knowledge while continuing to work.
Delivered part-time and fully online, you’ll study two postgraduate courses focused on areas like high-acuity care, perinatal mental health, clinical decision-making, leadership and more. The program links theory directly to your clinical setting, helping you apply new skills immediately.
Eligible students can access SA Health scholarships to fund one or both courses. Graduates may also receive credit toward the Master of Midwifery, offering a seamless transition to further advanced study.
Taught by experienced academics and researchers, this graduate certificate helps strengthen your skills in healthcare and expands your future career options.
Key features
Advance your midwifery practice while working in a clinical setting. - Learn from academic staff with expertise in specialist midwifery areas.
- Study 100% online over six months while continuing your current employment.
- Build industry relationships and learn from experienced clinicians and acclaimed researchers.
- Gain knowledge in areas such as high-acuity midwifery or perinatal mental health.
- Receive credit into the Master of Midwifery at Adelaide University.
What you'll learn
In the Graduate Certificate in Midwifery (SA Health Clinical Specialisation) you’ll complete two postgraduate courses from a list of midwifery and health specialisations. Each course is directly linked to current clinical priorities and challenges in the healthcare industry.
During your six months of study, you can select two courses from a range of options including:
- High-acuity midwifery care
- Perinatal mental health
- Clinical decision-making in nursing and midwifery
- Leadership and management
- Foundations of teaching and learning in health education
- Recovery practice in mental health
- Adolescent or general mental health perspectives.
When you complete this graduate certificate, you’ll be eligible to receive 18 units of advanced standing into the Master of Midwifery. This flexible structure allows you to focus on the areas most relevant to your workplace and career goals.
You’ll graduate with advanced knowledge to support safe, evidence-based and person-centred care throughout the pregnancy journey.
What courses you'll study
Complete 24 units comprising:
- 24 units for Specialisation courses
Complete 24 units comprising:
- 24 units for one Specialisation from Specialisation courses
